How to Pronounce "purposefully"
word
ˈpɝpəsfəɫi
PUR-puhs-fuh-lee
pˈɜːpəsfəli
PUR-puhs-fuh-lee
Definition
In a way that is done with intention or a clear goal, not by accident; on purpose.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɝpəsfəɫi
British English
pˈɜːpəsfəli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUR-puhs-fuh-lee
UK
PUR-puhs-fuh-lee
Listen in Context
She purposefully walked into the room.
He purposefully ignored my question.
The cat knocked over the glass purposefully.
He smiled purposefully, letting her know he had something planned.